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Leading Digital Transformation in Agriculture with Teddy Bekele
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Leading Digital Transformation in Agriculture with Teddy Bekele

Cultivating Leaders

May 21, 20251h 2m

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Show Notes

Technology in agriculture isn't about the most expensive tractors — it's about solving real problems.

In this episode of the Cultivating Leaders Podcast, Teddy Bekele, Chief Technology Officer at Land O’Lakes, explores the powerful intersection of agriculture, technology, and leadership. Teddy offers insight on what it takes to lead meaningful change in a tradition-rich industry.

He opens up about:

  • Changing Team Organizations Structure: restructuring teams for better business integration
  • Adopting Digital Change in Ag: farmers, the original entrepreneurs, adopt innovations when there's clear, demonstrable value
  • Transformative Ideas for the Future of Ag: his bold vision for the future includes circularity and personalized nutrition

Teddy challenges leaders to rethink risk, embrace innovation, and lead with purpose.


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TechnologyTechnology in Agriculture